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Asianism

/ˈeɪ.ʒən.ɪ.zəm/
nounCEFR C2 (Proficient)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    A political or cultural movement advocating for the unity and cooperation of Asian countries.

    "The rise of Asianism in the 20th century led to increased collaboration among Asian nations."
  2. 2

    A belief in the superiority of Asian culture and values.

    "Some proponents of Asianism argue that traditional Asian values can provide solutions to modern global issues."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'Asianism' originates from the combination of 'Asia', derived from the Latin 'Asia', and the suffix '-ism', which denotes a doctrine or belief. The concept emerged in the late 19th century as a response to Western imperialism, emphasizing the cultural and political unity of Asian nations.

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